From Editor to the Reader After 15 years working on incoming tourism, we decided to make a guide for our clients. But it´s not just a guide. It´s a tool to help you in the process of your booking decision, to choose this hotel better than the other one, or choosing this activity instead the other one. You will find here, a list of activities to do in Mendoza and the wine country, with total lenght, available days of operation, meals included, seasons, and guide language. You will fiind also location and a brief description of the hotels we suggest for the area. Any advice is welcome of course, you can contact me to ramiro@ ripioturismo.com.ar Would be a pleasure for us to receive your comments. Thank you,
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VENEZUELA
COLMBIA
ECUADOR
PERU
BRAZIL BOLIVIA
PARAGUAY
Salta
Iguazu Falls
MENDOZA Mendoza
Cordoba
BUENOS AIRES URUGUAY
CHILE ARGENTINA Mar del Plata
Bariloche
Puerto Madryn
El Calafate
Is Malvinas
Buenos Aires MENDOZA Mendoza (locally: [men'dosa]) is the capital city of Mendoza Province, in Argentina. It is located in the northern-central part of the province, in a region of foothills and high plains, on the eastern side of the Andes. As of the 2010 census, Mendoza had a population of 115,041 with a metropolitan area population of 1,055,679, making Greater Mendoza the fourth largest census metropolitan area in the country. Ruta Nacional 7, the major road running between Buenos Aires and Santiago, runs through Mendoza. The city is a frequent stopover for climbers on their way to Aconcagua (the highest mountain in the Western and Southern Hemispheres) and for adventure travelers interested in mountaineering, hiking, horseback riding, rafting, and other sports. In the winter, skiers come to the city for its easy access to the Andes. Two of the main industries of the Mendoza area are olive oil production and Argentine wine. The region around Greater Mendoza is the largest wine producing area in Latin America. As such, Mendoza is one of nine cities worldwide in the network of Great Capitals of Wine, and the city is an emerging enotourism (Wine tourism) destination and base for exploring the region's hundreds of wineries located along the Argentina Wine Route.
MDZ 001 – CITY TOUR MENDOZA Enjoy the best of Mendoza City This is a half day city tour that will allows you to know more about Mendoza city, one of the most beautiful city of Argentina. We will visit the old city, where Mendoza was born, and then we will stop in Alameda, the downtown, the Civic Center, General San Martin Park and see Cerro de la Gloria hill, Mundialista Stadium and Frank Romero Day amphitheater, which is the central stage of Vintage national festival.
hot thermal waters (2720 m.a.s.l.). Afterwards, we will stop at the “Mirador del Aconcagua” located in the international route and get from there the best view of Aconcagua, colossus of America (6962 m.a.s.l.). Then we will continue up to Las Cuevas, last Argentinean town before the border with Chile. Return to Mendoza.
Departure: Everyday Departure time: pick up starts at 09.00 hs Duration: half day / validity all the year English Speaking Guides
Redeeming Christ Monument is only reachable in the months of January to March, with the approval of the competent authorities. Mendoza city is a green oasis in a middle of a arid and dry area. It´s a great city to walk around and enjoy different parks.
MDZ 002 – WINERIES TOUR & LA CARRODILLA CHURCH A basic tour to enjoy some wineries in the area of Mendoza This tour covers a trip through the Mendoza oasis and grapes growing areas. Many vineyards and wineries are located in the area of Lujan de Cuyo, and surroundings. Afterwards, we will visit important and traditional vinicultural farms, where we will have the opportunity to taste its delicious products. Be ready to buy some bottles of the best Malbec! And a while later we will see the Carrodilla´s church, where the patron saint of vineyards, who has the same name of the church, is found. Departure: Monday - Wednesday - Friday - Saturday Departure time: pick up starts at 14.00 hs Duration: half day / validity all the year English Speaking Guides MDZ 003 – EXCURSION TO THE HIGH ANDES An incredible excursion to the High Andes of Mendoza High Andes way consists of visiting, walking and enjoying mountain’s immensity, highlighting its landscape richness. Going along international route Nº 7, we will appreciate beautiful panoramas such as Potrerillos, Uspallata. Later on, we will arrive at Los Penitentes ski center and to Puente del Inca to admire its fabulous geological shape and enjoy its
Departure: Tuesday to Sunday Departure time: pick up starts at 07.30 hs Duration: full day / validity all the year English Speaking Guides
did you know?
An acequia is a community-operated watercourse used for irrigation. Are usually historically engineered canals that carry snow runoff or river water to distant fields. Mendoza uses water from the Andes chain
MDZ 004 – EXCURSION TO VILLAVICENCIO An amazing trip to enjoy the spirals of Villavicencio On the way to the northwest, and along 7 National Route, we will discover some cement factories, quarry of limestone. Such rout has a historical background, as it was scene of the Liberator army to Chile, which can be seen in Canota monument. Later we will visit Villavicencio´s hotel and then, we will go through its spirals, where landscape is awesome. We will have a panoramic view from its spirals. Be ready to take some good photos. Return to Mendoza. Full Day Trip Available all the year English Speaking Guides
MDZ 005 – EXCURSION TO SAN RAFAEL AND ATUEL CANYON A Trip to visit the incredible Atuel Canyon Tour toward southern lands, visit Luján, Tunuyán, San Carlos and San Rafael, which is about 230 km from Mendoza City. We will visit the island of Diamante River and Cañón del Atuel River, and incredible combination of colors and shapes that can be seen on the rocky walls, by erosion effects. In Valle Grande dam, the mountain beauty will allows us to discover on its hillside rock formations as El Fantastma, Valle de los Monjes Perdidos, Mesa de las Brujas etc. Later will arrive at the hydroelectric central “El Nihuil”. Return to Mendoza city. Departure: Thursday – Sunday Departure time: pick up starts at 07.00 hs Duration: full day/ validity all the year MDZ 007 - HORSEBAC K RIDING (FULL DAY) Enjoy a full day horseback riding in Potrerillos Valley
did you know?
Aconcagua is the highest mountain outside of Asia, at 6,961 metres (22,838 ft), and by extension the highest point in both the Western Hemisphere and the Southern Hemisphere.
MDZ 006 - HORSEBACK RIDING (HALF DAY) A great horseback riding in Potrerillos Valley Departure from Mendoza city to Potrerillos Valley, to enjoy a horseback riding on gentle horses, where we will see the local fauna, go along in foothill paths and appreciate wonderful landscapes of mountains over 2000 meters above sea level, with its snowy peaks. For optimal comfort service, our horses are equipped with leather saddles and soft wool woven on the loom. Departure / arrival: From 08:30 hs. / 19 hs. (approx.) Availability: Daily. Duration of activity: 2 hours riding, 10 Km. Difficulty: Ideal for beginners - Minimum age: 10 years old. Included: Transfer in/out, horse per person, saddle, professional guide. Recommendations: Wear comfortable clothes, long pants, coat and sunscreen.
Departure to Potrerillos Valley, 70 Km far from Mendoza City, to enjoy a horseback riding on gentle horses, where we will see the local fauna, going along foothill paths, appreciating wonderful landscapes of mountains over 2000 meters above sea level, with its snowy peaks. During morning, the tour last approximately 2 hours. Once in the camp base, we will enjoy an asado with varietal wines, for lunch. After that, we will go back to horseback ride for one hour and half, by a different circuit. For optimal comfort service, our horses are equipped with leather saddles and soft wool woven on the loom. Departure / arrival: From 08:30 hs. / 19 hs. (approx.) Availability: Daily. Duration of activity: 5 hours riding. Difficulty: Medium - Minimum age: 12 years old. Included: Transfer in/out, horse per person, saddle, professional guide, asado (barbecue), varietal wines, mineral water, fruit, snack. Recommendations: Wear comfortable clothes, long pants, coat and sunscreen.
MDZ 008 - HORSEBACK RIDING AT ESTANCIA LA ALEJANDRA A unique horseback riding in Cordon del Plata We prepare for an exciting horseback riding experience at Estancia La Alejandra located 1900 meters above sea level, at the foot of the impressive Cordon del Plata mountain range in the Tupungato area. Our drive from Mendoza city to the estancia is 96 kilometers, and takes from 1.5 to 2 hours. The area near the estancia has many eagles, and if you are lucky, you might even see the mighty condor, which is the largest flying bird on Earth (with a size of up to 3.3 meters). At the estancia you will be greeted by one of the local guides (baqueanos) who will be joining your group for the horseback ride. The horseback ride lasts from 3 to 4 hours depending on your group’s spirit and will. During the ride, your guide will show you some chores done at the estancia, like herding the horses or roping them. After the ride, you will return to the estancia to enjoy lunch, an asado with varietal wines. In the afternoon you will have some free time to walk around the estancia before returning to Mendoza city.
rappel descent, meters from a waterfall. We can appreciate the flora and fauna of mountain, our guides will show you the safest way to appreciate the Cordón del Plata. For the adventure lovers, we will rappelling 18 meters on the wall of the waterfall Quebrada del Salto. Departure / arrival: From 08:30 hs. / 19 hs. (approx.) Availability: Daily. Duration of activity: 3 hours walking. Difficulty: Medium - Minimum age: Suitable for all ages. Included: Transfer in/out, 18 mts rappel, professional guide, mineral water, snack. Recommendations: Wear comfortable clothes, sport o trekking shoes, coat and sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, a socks extra pair.
Departure / arrival: From 08:30 hs. / 19 hs. (approx.) Availability: Daily. Duration of activity: 4 hours riding. Difficulty: Medium - Minimum age: 12 years old. Included: Transfer in/out, horse per person, saddle, professional guide, asado (barbecue), varietal wines, mineral water, fruit, snack. Recommendations: Wear comfortable clothes, long pants, coat and sunscreen.
MDZ 010 - TREKKING CERRO CABRAS (FULL DAY) Full Day Trekking in Potrerillos Area
MDZ 009 - TREKKING CASCADA DE LA QUEBRADA (HALF DAY) Trekking in Potrerillos Valley Departure from Mendoza city to Potrerillos Valley, arrive to the activities base in front of Mendoza River, and near Potrerillos’s Dam, were is able to enjoy an outstanding sightseeing, enjoying a trekking or walk along pathways between mountains, and the possibility to complete the activity with
Departure to Potrerillos Valley, 70 Km far from Mendoza City. There, we will prepare the necessary equipment and depart to Cerro Cabras, 2.160 meters above sea level. The trekk will take us two hours to the top, where we will enjoy a unique view of the Mendoza river, Potrerillos Dam, the Cordón del Plata, the Tupungato volcano (6.500 m.a.s.l.) and the city of Mendoza. Starting the descent, we will take a break to have a quick lunch, we continued to the wall of the waterfall Quebrada del Salto, where will take a 18 mts rappelling. After that, return to the activities base.
did you know?
Malbec is a purple grape variety used in making red wine. The grapes tend to have an inky dark color and robust tannins, and are known as one of the six grapes allowed in the blend of red Bordeaux wine. France. It is increasingly celebrated as an Argentine varietal wine and is being grown in the world.
Departure / arrival: From 08:30 hs. / 19 hs. (approx.) Availability: Daily. Duration of activity: 5 hours walking. Difficulty: Medium - Minimum age: 12 years old. Included: Transfer in/out, 18 mts rappel, professional guide, mineral water, snack, box lunch. Recommendations: Wear comfortable clothes, sport o trekking shoes, coat and sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, a socks extra pair.
*Note: Visits to wineries are subject to be modified, maintaining always the best quality of the service. INCLUDED SERVICES: • Round trip transfers/ vehicles equipped with a/c. • Visit to 2 wineries with wine tasting included. • Bilingual wine guide (Spanish- English/ Spanish- Portuguese) • Minimum 2 passengers. • Validity: All the year. NOT INCLUDED SERVICES: • Extras and tips. MDZ 012 - HALF DAY WINE & FOOD TOUR A unique half day wine and food experience in Mendoza Half Day with lunch included
MDZ 011 - HALF DAY WINE EXPERIENCE A unique Half Day Wine Experience in Mendoza Agricultural Oasis Lunch not included
Early in the morning we will meet the oenologist who will accompany us throughout the tour. We will depart to Mendoza’s agricultural oasis and visit two prestigious wineries, of wine’s circuit; we will visit its facilities and be able to participate in a guided wine tasting, during which we will begin to familiarize ourselves with the local’s wines, and its elaboration process. Our guide will explain us the technique of wine tasting, wine production techniques, the importance of the cork in the bottle and the correct way to handle a glass in order to taste wine.
Early in the morning we will meet the oenologist who will accompany us throughout the tour. We will depart to Mendoza’s agricultural oasis and visit two prestigious wineries, of wine’s circuit; we will visit its facilities and be able to participate in a guided wine tasting, during which we will begin to familiarize ourselves with the local’s wines, and its elaboration process. Our guide will explain us the technique of wine tasting, wine production techniques, the importance of the cork in the bottle and the correct way to handle a glass in order to taste wine. Return to the hotel. Optional: Dinner in Wine Bar or gourmet restaurant. Optional visits to Wineries in the Center Region - Lujan de Cuyo and Maipú: Maipú: Los Toneles, Finca Agostino, Domiciano, La Rural, Vistandes, Tempus Alba, CarinaE, López, Navarro Correas, Familia Zuccardi, Trapiche, Trivento, Cecchin. Luján de Cuyo: Belasco de Baquedano, Casarena, Catena Zapata, Chandon, Clos de Chacras, Dante Robino, Dominio del Plata, Lagarde, Otaviano, Renacer, Séptima, Tapiz, Terrazas de los Andes, Vistalba, Achaval Ferrer, Alta Vista, Dolium, Nieto Senetiner, Cavas de Weinert, Luigi Bosca, Norton, Finca Decero, Ruca Malen.
There are many wineries that offer accommodation and meals services, which is an unforgettable experience. Add 2-3 nights to your program to overnigth in a winery
At noon we will and enjoy an unforgettable gastronomic experience. As the sun sets behind The Andes mountains, we will return to the hotel. Optional: Dinner in Wine Bar or gourmet restaurant. Optional visits to Wineries in the Center Region - Lujan de Cuyo and Maipú: Maipú: Los Toneles, Finca Agostino, Domiciano, La Rural, Vistandes, Tempus Alba, CarinaE, López, Navarro Correas, Familia Zuccardi, Trapiche, Trivento, Cecchin. Luján de Cuyo: Belasco de Baquedano, Casarena, Catena Zapata, Chandon, Clos de Chacras, Dante Robino, Dominio
WINES OF MENDOZA: Malbec Malbec is a purple grape variety used in making red wine. The grapes tend to have an inky dark color and robust tannins, and are known as one of the six grapes allowed in the blend of red Bordeaux wine. The French plantations of Malbec are now found primarily in Cahors in South West France. It is increasingly celebrated as an Argentine varietal wine and is being grown around the world. Called Auxerrois or C么t Noir in Cahors, called Malbec in Bordeaux, and Pressac in other places, the grape became less popular in Bordeaux after 1956 when frost killed off 75% of the crop. Despite Cahors being hit by the same frost, which devastated the vineyards, Malbec was replanted and continued to be popular in that area where it was mixed with Merlot and Tannat to make dark, full-bodied wines, and more recently has been made into 100% Malbec varietal wines. A popular but unconfirmed theory claims that Malbec is named after a Hungarian peasant who first spread the grape variety throughout France. However the French ampelographer and viticulturalist Pierre Galet notes that most evidence suggest that C么t was the variety's original name and that it probably originated in northern Burgundy. Despite a similar name,
name, the grape Malbec argentĂŠ is not Malbec, but rather a variety of the southwestern French grape Abouriou.[1] Due to the similarities in synonyms, Malbec has also been confused with Auxerrois blanc, which is an entirely different variety. The Malbec grape is a thin-skinned grape and needs more sun and heat than either Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot to mature. It ripens mid-season and can bring very deep color, ample tannin, and a particular plum-like flavor component to add complexity to claret blends. Sometimes, especially in its traditional growing regions, it is not trellised and cultivated as bush vines (the goblet system). Here it is sometimes kept to a relatively low yield of about 6 tons per hectare. The wines are rich, dark and juicy. As a varietal, Malbec creates a rather inky red (or violet), intense wine, so it is also commonly used in blends, such as with Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon to create the red French Bordeaux claret blend. The grape is blended with Cabernet Franc and Gamay in some regions such as the Loire Valley. Other wine regions use the grape to produce Bordeaux-style blends. The varietal is sensitive to frost and has a proclivity to shatter or coulure.
del Plata, Lagarde, Otaviano, Renacer, Séptima, Tapiz, Terrazas de los Andes, Vistalba, Achaval Ferrer, Alta Vista, Dolium, Nieto Senetiner, Cavas de Weinert, Luigi Bosca, Norton, Finca Decero, Ruca Malen. Options of wineries with lunch: Familia Zuccardi, Lagarde, Lopez, Casarena, Chandon, Dominio del Plata, Otaviano, Séptima, Terrazas de los Andes, Clos de Chacras, Belasco de Baquedano, Vistalba, Finca Agostino, Los Toneles, Vistandes, Finca Decero, Norton, Ruca Malén, Cecchin. *Note: Visits to wineries and lunch are subject to be modified, maintaining always the best quality of the service. INCLUDED SERVICES: • Round trip transfers/ vehicles equipped with a/c. • Visit to 2 wineries with wine tasting included. • Lunch at winery. Wines included. • Bilingual wine guide (Spanish- English/ Spanish- Portuguese) • Minimum 2 passengers. • Validity: All the year NOT INCLUDED SERVICES: • Extras and tips.
light an informal pic–nic lunch accompanied with wines in the gardens, where we will enjoy the scenery and the typical mendocinian sun. Options of Wineries to visit: Lagarde, López, Zuccardi, Renacer, Dante Robino, Trapiche, Cavas de Weinert, Alta Vista, Otaviano, Dominio del Plata. Options of wineries with lunch: Norton, Lagarde, Zuccardi, Alta Vista, Otaviano, Dominio del Plata.
did you know? MDZ 013 - WINE ROADS A wine experience with pic nic lunch included Pic-nic Lunch You can enjoy the sun and the mendocinian scenery with an excellent cup of wine in a relaxed and informal lunch… Early in the morning we will meet the oenologist who will accompany us throughout the tour. We will depart to the wine roads of central region, where we will visit two prestigious wineries, we will visit its facilities and we’ll be able to participate in a guided wine tasting, during which we will begin to familiarize ourselves with the local’s wines, and its elaboration process. Our guide will explain us the technique of wine tasting, wine production techniques, the importance of the cork in the bottle and the correct way to handle a glass in order to taste wine. After touring the facilities at the second winery, we will de
Covering an area of 148.827 km², Mendoza is the seventh biggest province of Argentina with 5.35% of the country’s total surface. The population for 2010 is 1,741,610 inhabitants, which makes it the fourth largest populated province of the country, or 4.35% of the total national population.
*Note: Visits to wineries and lunch are subject to be modified, maintaining always the best quality of the service. INCLUDED SERVICES: • Round trip transfers/ vehicles equipped with a/c. • Bilingual Guide (Spanish/English). • Wine tastings at 2 wineries. • Pic- nic lunch at winery • From Monday to Saturday. • Minimum 02 paxs.
MDZ 014 - WINE ROADS A great wine experience including lunch Regional Lunch A singular tour that combines scenery, history and the virtues of Mendoza wines with a typical lunch that you will not forget! Early in the morning we will meet the oenologist who will accompany us throughout the tour. We will depart to the wine roads of Lujan de Cuyo, where we will visit two prestigious wineries, of wine’s circuit; we will visit its facilities and be able to participate in a guided wine tasting, during which we will begin to familiarize ourselves with the local’s wines, and its elaboration process. Our guide will explain us the technique of wine tasting, wine production techniques, the importance of the cork in the bottle and the correct way to handle a glass in order to taste wine. At noon we will enjoy a typical lunch at a winery, accompanied with wines. In the afternoon, we will return to the hotel.
INCLUDED SERVICES: • Round trip transfers/ vehicles equipped with a/c. • Bilingual Guide (Spanish/English). • Wine tastings at 2 wineries. • Typical lunch at winery with wines. • From Monday to Saturday. • Minimum 02 paxs. MDZ 015 - FULL DAY WINE EXPERIENCE – CENTRAL REGION If you´re looking for a full day wine experience, it´s your option Enjoy being guided by e wine maker, to taste wines and visit the most prestigious wineries of Mendoza! Early in the morning we will meet the oenologist who will accompany us throughout the tour. We will depart to Mendoza’s agricultural oasis and visit two prestigious wineries, of wine’s circuit; we will visit its facilities and be able to participate in a guided wine tasting, during which we will begin to familiarize ourselves with the local’s wines, and its elaboration process. Our guide will explain us the technique of wine tasting, wine production techniques, the importance of the cork in the bottle and the correct way to handle a glass in order to taste wine. At noon we will have lunch in a recognized winery, where we will enjoy an unforgettable gastronomic experience. In the afternoon we will be able to visit other winery and enjoy a wine tasting session.
Options of Wineries to visit: Lagarde, Familia Zuccardi, Trivento, Trapiche, Lopez, Clos de Chacras, Domiciano, Los Toneles, Alta vista, Renacer, Vistandes, Dante Robino, Cavas de Weinert, Cecchin. Lunch at a cava or a winery. *Note: Visits to wineries and lunch are subject to be modified, maintaining always the best quality of the service. As the sun sets behind The Andes mountains, we will return to the hotel. Optional: Dinner in Wine Bar or gourmet restaurant.
did you know?
Two of the main industries of the Mendoza area are olive oil production and Argentine wine. The region around Greater Mendoza is the largest wine producing area in Latin America. As such, Mendoza is one of nine cities worldwide in the network of Great
Optional visits to Wineries in the Center Region - Lujan de Cuyo and Maipú: Maipú: Los Toneles, Finca Agostino, Domiciano, La Rural, Vistandes, Tempus Alba, CarinaE, López, Navarro Correas,
Familia Zuccardi, Trapiche, Trivento, Cecchin. Luján de Cuyo: Belasco de Baquedano, Casarena, Catena Zapata, Chandon, Clos de Chacras, Dante Robino, Dominio del Plata, Lagarde, Otaviano, Renacer, Séptima, Tapiz, Terrazas de los Andes, Vistalba, Achaval Ferrer, Alta Vista, Dolium, Nieto Senetiner, Cavas de Weinert, Luigi Bosca, Norton, Finca Decero, Ruca Malen. Options of wineries with lunch: Familia Zuccardi, Lagarde, Lopez, Casarena, Chandon, Dominio del Plata, Otaviano, Séptima, Terrazas de los Andes, Clos de Chacras, Belasco de Baquedano, Vistalba, Finca Agostino, Los Toneles, Vistandes, Finca Decero, Norton, Ruca Malén, Cecchin.
Our guide will explain us the technique of wine tasting, wine production techniques, the importance of the cork in the bottle and the correct way to handle a glass in order to taste wine.
*Note: Visits to wineries and lunch are subject to be modified, maintaining always the best quality of the service. INCLUDED SERVICES: • Round trip transfers/ vehicles equipped with a/c. • Visit to 3 wineries with wine tasting included. • Lunch at winery. Wines included • Bilingual wine guide (Spanish- English/ Spanish- Portuguese). • Minimum 2 passengers. • Validity: All the year NOT INCLUDED SERVICES: • Extras and tips. MDZ 016 - FULL DAY WINE EXPERIENCE – UCO VALLEY An awesome full day wine experience in Uco Valley Enjoy the pleasure of visiting Valle de Uco, one of the best oenological areas in Argentina. Accompany us to discover its terroir guided by experts. Early in the morning we will meet the specialized wine guide who will accompany us throughout the tour. We will depart to Mendoza’s agricultural oasis of Valle de Uco, 100 kms from Mendoza City. Inside the first mountainsides of the Andes’ foothills, the Uco valley presents the highest altitudes at which wines are produced in the province of Mendoza. We will visit two wineries and enjoy a wine tasting session, during which we will begin to familiarize ourselves with the local’s wines, and its elaboration process.
At noon we will have lunch at a recognized restaurant in a winery, enjoying a gourmet menu. As the sun sets behind the Andes Mountains, we’ll return to Mendoza City. Optional: Dinner in Wine Bar or gourmet restaurant. Optional visits to Wineries in Uco Valley: Salentein, Clos de los 7, Lurton, Andeluna, O`Fournier, La Celia, Pulenta Estate, Atamisque, Gimenez Rilli. Options of wineries with lunch: Salentein, O’Fournier, Andeluna. *Note: Visits to wineries and lunch are subject to be modified, maintaining always the best quality of the service. INCLUDED SERVICES: • Round trip transfers/ vehicles equipped with a/c. • Visit to 3 wineries in Uco Valley with wines tasting included. • Lunch at winery. Wines included • Bilingual wine guide (Spanish- English/ Spanish- Portuguese) • Minimum 2 passengers. • Validity: All the year NOT INCLUDED SERVICES: • Extras and tips.
did you know?
Argentina’s most highly rated Malbec wines originate from Mendoza’s high altitude wine regions of Lujan de Cuyo and the Uco Valley. These Districts are located in the foothills of the Andes mountains between 2,800 and 5,000 feet elevation
MDZ 017 - COOKING CLASS - CENTER REGION Enjoy this incredible Experience in Mendoza Half Day Tour There is not other pleasure than have the perfect balance between exquisite gourmet dishes and the best of “Los Vinos de Los Andes”! We will depart to Mendoza’s agricultural oasis. Arrival to the selected restaurant and where we will begin with an introductory talk about wine tasting to understand its properties, guided by an expert. Afterwards, we will participate in a cooking class and we will prepare our own dishes guided by a real gourmet. The chef will teach the participants how to elaborate some regional dishes in a couple of hours. Everyone will have a place and the necessary kitchen utensils. Then we will enjoy the menu, accompanied by house wines. At the end of this experience we have known some of the wine and Argentinean cuisine secrets. Return to the hotel.
tante’s Chef” • Lunch and maritage with wines of the house. • Ingredients for cooking class. • Specialized- bilingual tour guides. • Validity: All the year. NOT INCLUDED SERVICES: • Extras and tips. MDZ 018 - COOKING CLASS - UCO VALLEY Enjoy a cooking class in Uco Valley! Full Day Tour Tasting means drinking a wine carefully to appreciate its quality with all our senses: sight, taste, smell and touch. We will depart to Mendoza’s agricultural oasis of Valle de Uco, 100 kms from Mendoza City. Inside the first mountainsides of the Andes’ foothills, the Uco valley presents the highest altitudes at which wines are produced in the province of Mendoza. Arrival to Bistro La Tupiña, where will begin with an introductory talk about wine tasting to understand its properties, guided by an expert.
Afterwards, at the restaurant, we will participate in a cooking class and we will prepare our own dishes guided by a real gourmet. The chef will teach the participants how to elaborate some regional dishes in a couple of hours. Everyone will have a place and the necessary kitchen utensils. Then we will enjoy the menu, accompanied by house wines. At the end of this experience we have known some of the wine and Argentinean cuisine secrets. Return to the hotel. Every march, Mendoza celebrates the annual Fiestas Nacional de la Vendimia. It´s good to visit the city during these dates. Book in advance! Options of wineries: Familia Zuccardi, Norton, Lagarde, Otaviano, Finca Agostino. INCLUDED SERVICES: • Round trip transfer/vehicles equipped with a/c. • Introductory class into sensory analysis of wines in charge of a specialist. • Argentinean cooking class in charge of” La casa del Visi-
Options: O’Fournier, Salentein, Andeluna, Diamandes. INCLUDED SERVICES: • Round trip transfer/vehicles equipped with a/c. • Introductory class into sensory analysis of wines in charge of a specialist. • Argentinean cooking class in charge of “Bistro La Tupiña’s Chef” Lunch and maritage with wines of the house. • Ingredients for cooking class. • Specialized - bilingual tour guides. • Validity: from May to October.
NOT INCLUDED SERVICES: • Extras and tips
tasting and a selection of assorted cheeses and cold cuts. Later, return to the hotel.
MDZ 019 - WINEMAKER FOR A DAY It´s your chance to be winemaker for a day!
INCLUDED SERVICES: • Round trip transfer/vehicles equipped with a/c. • Specialized – bilingual tour guides. • Mountain bike and helmet. • Visit and wine tasting at Bodega Familia Zuccardi. • Selection of cheeses and cold cuts. • Wednesdays and Sundays. • Minimum 2 passengers. • Half Day Tour.
In the morning, we will depart to Mendoza’s agricultural oasis. We will arrive to Norton Winery to participate in the innovative program “Winemaker for a Day”. There, the participants will discover the emblematic variety of Mendoza, the Malbec Wine, its making process and aging before being introduced in the wine shops. Later, as a winemaker, we will select different varietal wines to prepare a unique blend by ourself. The jury will select a winner blend from all the wines that are participating, and they will label this one. At noon, we will enjoy lunch with wines at Restaurante La Vid, at Norton Winery. After lunch, return to the hotel. INCLUDED SERVICES: • Round trip transfer/vehicles equipped with a/c. • Winemaker program at Bodega Norton. • Lunch and maritage with wines of the house at Restaurante La Vid. • Specialized- bilingual tour guides. • From Monday to Saturday. • Minimum 2 passengers. NOT INCLUDED SERVICES: • Extras and tips.
MDZ 021 - FULL DAY WINE & BIKE BETWEEN WINERIES IN LUJÁN Wine & Bike experience in Mendoza! With Lunch In the morning, we will go to the famous area of Chacras de Coria in the department of Luján de Cuyo, distant only 30 minutes from downtown Mendoza. Once we arrive at the starting point in Vistalba, our guide will give a safety briefing and introduction to the outstanding features of the area to visit.
did you know?
Mendoza is a frequent stopover for climbers on their way to Aconcagua (the highest mountain in the Western and Southern Hemispheres) and for adventure travelers interested in mountaineering, hiking, horseback riding, rafting, and other sports. In the winter, skiers come to the city for its easy access to the Andes.
We will be riding around the beautiful streets of this area. Once we arrive at the first winery, we will be able to see its facilities, learn about its production and process, and taste some of their wines. Will continue to the second winery, to know other kind of process to produce wine and architecture, at mid day we will enjoy a little break for lunch, to try local flavours and fine wines. We will finally visit the third winery and then continue to our office where our transfer will be waiting to take us back, on the way, we will make an stop to trying different products from a small local producer specializing in liquors, jams, typical Argentinean dulce de leche and homemade chocolates. MDZ 020 - BIKE & TASTING AT FAMILIA ZUCCARDI An unforgettable Bike & Tasting Experience in Familia Zuccardi Winery Cheeses and Cold Cuts Table We will depart from Mendoza City to Mendoza’s agricultural oasis to participate on the program “Bike and Tasting” at Bodega Familia Zuccardi. There, we will bike ride from the gardens of Casa del Visitante to the vineyards of Finca Beltrán accompanied by a guide. The tour is divided in three stops: Chardonnay, Syrah and Malbec Stop. In each stop you will taste wines of these 3 varieties and learn the characteristics of each of them, our irrigation system and the vineyards trelling system. It includes mountain bike, safety helmet, wine
INCLUDED SERVICES: • Round trip transfer/vehicles equipped with a/c. • Specialized – bilingual tour guides. • Bike and helmet. • Visit and wine tasting in wineries (options: Nieto Senetiner, Kaikén, Vistalba, Alta Vista, Carmelo Patti, according availability). • Lunch in winery or restaurant. • Available: Monday to Saturday. • Minimum 2 passengers. • Full Day Tour.